Hamels has a limited no-trade clause, enabling him to block trades to any team other than the Angels, Braves, Dodgers, Cardinals, Nationals, Padres, Rangers, Red Sox and Yankees.

Placing players on waivers is largely a procedural move and doesn't forecast a deal.

The Phillies were open to trade offers for Byrd, Hamels and left-hander Cliff Lee before the July 31 deadline, but the asking price was steep.

The Phillies have until August 31 to trade Papelbon to any team because he cleared waivers. No team likely claimed him because of his sticker price -- Papelbon is owed $13 million next season and another $13 million in 2016 with a vesting club option.

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